Preserved cherries imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported preserved cherries worth $14.0 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 128 countries. Value rose 19% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $11.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $11.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $16.1M | 6.7K t |
Where the United States imports preserved cherries from
Most of the value came from Italy (26%), Turkey (25%), Bulgaria (18%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.7M | 26% |
| Turkey | $3.5M | 25% |
| Bulgaria | $2.5M | 18% |
| Romania | $2.4M | 17% |
| Chile | $1.8M | 13% |
| Spain | $97K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $47K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $4K | 0% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.77 per kg, 21% above the world average of $2.29. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Preserved cherries exports from the United States
Exports of preserved cherries by the United States reached $5.3 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 66 countries for exports of this product. Mexico alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.9M | 56% |
| Canada | $1.6M | 30% |
| El Salvador | $136K | 2.6% |
| New Zealand | $98K | 1.8% |
| Hong Kong | $85K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $44K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $40K | 0.8% |
| Barbados | $37K | 0.7% |
| Panama | $33K | 0.6% |
| Bahamas | $27K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0812.10: Fruit, edible: cherries, provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption.
Common questions
What is the value of preserved cherries imported by the United States?
The United States imported preserved cherries worth $14.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 128 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply preserved cherries to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Turkey (25%) and Bulgaria (18%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 85% on the year.
What is the average import price of preserved cherries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.77 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $2.29 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of preserved cherries to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.1 million in 2017 to $14.0 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2017 at $16.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export preserved cherries?
Yes. The United States exported $5.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and El Salvador. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $8.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for preserved cherries?
The HS code for preserved cherries is subheading 0812.10. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0812 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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